Unguarded by Fred VanVleet

Patrick Beverley pulls up to Unguarded with zero filter. Fred VanVleet and Pat Bev go hooper-to-hooper on the takes that made him basketball's most polarizing voice — starting with the one he'll never walk back:  Harden over Dwyane Wade. They get into the grind that built him (overseas before the NBA, and now finishing his career overseas again), his Houston years next to James Harden, the truth a...

A decade in the league changes you , and this week they reflect on 10 years of lessons, losses, and leveling up. Then the convo shifts to what's taking over the culture — AI. Is tech making life easier or are we losing something in the process? Plus, athletes are stepping into the media space in a major way, and Quez and Fred break down what that movement really means. No filter. No fluff. Just Un...

The season is over — and Fred and Sarge are holding NOTHING back. The guys break down the Houston Rockets' season from top to bottom: the highs, the shortcomings, and what needs to change. The Overrated List, followed by a full breakdown of the Austin Rivers vs. Draymond Green war of words — who won, who went too far, and what it all really means. Locker room perspective you can't get anyw...

Unguarded Podcast Ep. 15 ft. Shakur Stevenson "Shakur Stevenson pulls up to Unguarded and he does NOT hold back! We get into his legacy, upcoming fights, the Moneyverse movement, and his take on Bud Crawford. Plus — is Shakur really a multi-sport athlete? Fred Sees weighs in too. This one's MUST-LISTEN energy from start to finish! 🥊🔥"

Episode 14 of  Unguarded  dives straight into the conversations shaping the league right now. The crew breaks down the heated MVP race—who’s really deserving it and what separates the contenders—before zooming out to the bigger question: who actually is the face of the NBA today? They also tap into Houston’s growing basketball energy with the return of the WNBA to the city, what that means for the...

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New Episodes Every Friday Episode 12 of  Unguarded  introduces a new voice to the show. Houston journalist  Sarge “Big Sarge” Media  joins Fred and Quez as the newest permanent host, bringing a media perspective to the conversation. The guys dive into some of the biggest topics in sports right now including  NBA injuries ,  Jayson Tatum’s return , and an update on  Fred’s health status . They also...

Draymond Green joins  Unguarded  with Fred VanVleet and Marquez Beeks for an unfiltered conversation about the moments that shaped his career — the good, the controversial, and everything in between. Draymond opens up about the “crash out” moments that defined public perception of him, how he’s learned from them, and why his legacy will be about much more than the headlines. The three dive into wh...

Fred VanVleet and Quez sit down with KLUTCH Sports Group founder Rich Paul — one of the most influential figures in modern sports. From selling throwback jerseys out the trunk of his car to building a global agency that reshaped athlete representation, Rich shares the mindset behind the movement. They dive into the origin of KLUTCH, what it means to truly represent players beyond contracts, and ho...

On this episode of  Unguarded , Fred and Quez sit down with Houston icon  Bun B  for a wide-ranging conversation that goes far beyond music. Bun opens up about life after the spotlight, carrying the legacy of  Pimp C , and how grief, growth, and purpose reshaped his outlook on success. He reflects on love and partnership with his wife, the importance of integrity, and what it means to evolve witho...

Fred’s Unguarded  dives into legacy, access, and accountability across sports and culture. From questioning whether we’re entering the final phase of LeBron’s era, to debating the NBA’s fractured streaming model and the unintended consequences of legalized sports betting, the conversation stretches far beyond the court. We also explore mental health in today’s culture, information-hoarding versus...

We kick things off with the NBA trade deadline, breaking down what really happens when teams start making moves — who benefits, who gets left behind, and how “business decisions” affect real lives. From there, the discussion turns into a wild but honest comparison: why the mob operates without a salary cap, and what that says about structure, risk, and accountability. As the episode unfolds, we ex...

In this episode, we sit down with Mark Owens, founder of Mark Owens Boxing, to talk about a journey that’s bigger than sports. Mark opens up about his past — including time spent in jail — and the hard lessons that forced him to confront his mistakes, his mindset, and his future. Through boxing, discipline, and relentless self-belief, he transformed his life and built one of Houston’s most respect...

Episode 5 is all about the uncomfortable conversations people usually avoid. We talk politics in sports, recent NBA fights, what loyalty really looks like in today’s league, and whether the NBA season is simply too long. Players, fans, and media all have opinions — we break it down from every angle. This is Unguarded the way it’s meant to be. Watch, listen, and join the conversation. Follow &...

On this episode of  Unguarded , Fred VanVleet reflects on the social media reactions to the Kevin Durant podcast release and the challenges athletes face when media pulls headlines out of context. He talks resilience through adversity, including the moment Jake Paul broke his jaw, and shifts into his Chicago roots with thoughts on the Bears and the power of hometown fan loyalty. Fred closes on one...

Episode 004 of  Unguarded  features NBA superstar  Kevin Durant  joining  Fred VanVleet  for an unfiltered conversation on GOAT debates , the  Houston Rockets , and the  2019 Toronto Raptors championship . Fred and KD also discuss  cannabis being removed from the NBA’s banned substance list , how to  fix the NBA All-Star Game , and the continued growth of  Jabari Smith Jr.  Real basketball talk, l...

NIL drama, Lane Kiffin headlines, Dillon Brooks energy, a Luka conspiracy, and a Raptors parade story you’ve never heard. Fred and Marquez break it all down in another hilarious, unfiltered episode of  Unguarded .

The debut of  Unguarded  is here. Fred and Marquez rewind to the Raptors championship days, react to Steph Curry stepping away from Under Armour, and swap stories about Fred at the NBA YoungBoy concert. Plus, our first wave of callers jump in to debate, joke, and talk their shit with Fred. A chaotic, honest, late-night vibe to kick things off.